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There have been many studies trying to link the long-term use of cell phones leading to a higher risk of brain tumors. I don’t think there has been any real conclusion between the connections of the two. So, does the electromagnetic radiation from cell phones harm the body? In a recent study there may be a possible connection between heavy cell phone use and male fertility.

The Cleveland Infertility Clinic conducted a study of 361 men, where researchers found an association between the patients’ cell phone use and the quality of sperm. On average, the more hours the men spent on their cell phones each day, the lower their sperm count and the greater their percentage of abnormal sperm.

Researchers can infer from the results that there is an association between heavy cell phone use and the quality of sperm. However, there is no proof on the cause and effect relationship. To shed more light on the issue, there are currently two more studies underway. The first study is exposing semen samples to electromagnetic radiation from cell phones to see if there is any effect on sperm. The second study is assessing a larger group of men.

Infertility is not always a woman’s fault. We men can also be a big part of the cause. So, if you are trying to have that little bundle of joy in your life, perhaps limiting cell phone use to very important calls will help.

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Every year there is approximately 6 million women in America that are facing infertility. Recent research shows that there is a significant association between diet & exercise and fertility. Diet influences egg and sperm health as well as ovulation, and exercise improves the ability for muscles to respond to insulin. Many women are diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). This is when your body becomes insulin resistant. The PCOS condition can be reversible with proper diet and exercise.

So what foods and lifestyle changes should you make to become pregnant?

Avoid tans-fats and saturated fats – Trans fats are artery clogging fats are commonly found in commercial products and fast food. Saturated fats are commonly found in read meat and other sources. You need to look at getting your protein and minerals from other sources like vegetables. Use more unsaturated oils like vegetable, olive and canola in your cooking.

Eat more vegetable protein – It is better to get your proteins form vegetables like beans and nuts and consume less animal protein. Getting enough of the proper proteins is the most important part of your diet

Eat more whole grains – You should be eating more unrefined carbs instead of highly refined carbs. Refined carbohydrates boost your blood sugars and insulin which causes PCOS.

Watch what you drink – You really need to skip the sugared sodas because of the effects on blood sugars. Also drink coffee, tea, and alcohol in moderation.

Eat and drink dairy products – While trying to conceive go ahead and have whole milk, ice cream, and full fat yogurt in your diet. Substitute this temporarily instead of having your skim and low fat dairy products.

High-fat dairy products carry over some of the pregnancy hormones of cows and are high in protein. If consumed in enough quantities it can influence the reproductive system in people. Remember though to do everything in moderation.

Take your vitamins – Look for supplements that contain your B vitamins and folic acid and get plenty of iron. It is best to get iron from fruits, vegetables, beans, and supplements instead of red meat. Folic acid and iron are very important in the normal maturation of the egg prior to ovulation.

Exercise – If you are overweight, you need to lose 5 -10 percent of your body weight. Now is the best time to start an exercise routine. If you are already lean don’t over exercise. Over exercising may lower your tendency to have regular ovulation.

So, what should you avoid?

Alcohol — Alcohol effects the folic acid.

High-fat and trans-fat foods – Because of its effects on ovulation and long term health.

Potentially toxic seafood – Shark and tuna

Raw dairy products – Because of rare infectious diseases.

Simple Carbohydrates – Like cakes and doughnuts, because they have no nutritional value and stimulate insulin.

Caffeine – Is associated with decrease in uterine blood flow. It is best to avoid caffeine pre-conception because it may prevent the implementation of a developing embryo. Additionally, there have been studies that show high caffeine intake increases the risk of miscarriage and low birth-weight babies.

Stress – Has been associated with irregular ovulation.

The best advice is to seek pregnancy with a healthy mind, body, and spirit. In order to do this you must eliminate stress and make changes in your lifestyle. If you would like to learn more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and how to overcome it, check this out.

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Studies show that couples who are conscious of their health and their nutrition have better success in conceiving children. While it’s true that making healthy lifestyle decisions cannot alone guarantee a successful outcome, these decisions can help to insure that the couple will feel better physically and mentally when they are giving their bodies what their bodies are craving for – proper nutrition.

According to a paper published in the November 1, 2007 issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology, women who followed a combination of five or more lifestyle factors, including changing specific aspects of their diets, experienced more than 80 percent less relative risk of infertility due to ovulatory disorders.

The key message of this paper is that making the right dietary choices and including the right amount of physical activity in your daily life may make a large difference in your probability of becoming fertile if you are experiencing problems with ovulation. Here is a short video of Drs. Willett and Chavarro explaining the paper’s key findings.

America and the world are becoming overweight. Fertility clinics have more patients than ever. Why not try something that is good for you. The results may help you have that child you have always wanted and you will also live a longer and healthier life.

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Toxins are everywhere and we are inundated with toxins every day. There are toxins in our food, air, water, toiletries, etc. The list goes on and on. Toxins accumulate in the tissues of your body over time. These toxins can also make it a challenge for some couples because of their effects on male and female fertility.

Toxins are in your food directly from many preservatives. Some toxins get into your body from food indirectly. For example Methoxychlor or MCX is a common pesticide used to kill flies, mosquitoes, cockroaches & other insects and is applied directly to crops, livestock, home gardens, & pets. MCX alters a gene in the female reproductive tract and reduces the ability of the uterus to support embryo implantation. Toxic substances are found in fish including – mercury, PCBs, lead, chromium, and arsenic just to name a few.

When it comes to toiletries you need to be careful what you put on your body. Dibutyl phthalate in particular (DBP) which is one of the most common and potent reproductive & developmental toxins, is widespread. DBP is used primarily in nail polishes, but also found in shampoos, conditioners, lotions, antiperspirants, sunscreen, etc.

Do not expect to eliminate all toxins from your life – it is impossible. However, you can do your best by living more of a natural and healthy lifestyle. Eat organic, raw foods.Use water and air filters. Be careful when using cosmetics, cleaning, and laundry products.

Try using alternative methods of detoxifying your body with acupuncture, yoga, meditation, and reflexology to name a few. Try to minimize your stress and mental clutter. You have one body for one lifetime, so take care of it.

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One of the most emotionally-charged medical issues that couples deal with today is infertility. This problem can drain a couple emotionally; it has been known to be the cause of many marital breakups. For those couples who love each other enough to make it through this issue, it can eat away at their finances as they try expensive fertility treatments, only some of which will wind up working.

Over the past few years acupuncture has become a popular treatment method of treating infertility. Women that had acupuncture along with in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments had an increased embryo implantation rate and an increased pregnancy rate.

Acupuncture may seem little strange to you, but if it might help, why not try it? Fertility treatment is exactly that and if something can help that is less financially and emotionally demanding then try it.

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